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DF59 DMX

2009 Volvo C30

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

116,839 mi
Last recorded116,839 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF59 DMX
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 116,839 miles

Coil spring corroded all four coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

slight surface corrosion within prescribed areas under vehicle / general

Fail 28 Oct 2022 116,839 miles

Coil spring corroded all four coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

slight surface corrosion within prescribed areas under vehicle / general

Pass 9 Nov 2021 111,366 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 101,008 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Nov 2020 101,008 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 99,408 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 92,804 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 92,804 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 86,065 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 79,220 miles

both front suspension arms, rear bushes are starting to split

both front tyres are wearing on their inner edges

Pass 8 Dec 2015 68,069 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 53,072 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 39,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 39,741 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 29,118 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Nov 2012 29,115 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Volvo C30?

Based on 505,875 MOT tests across 31,193 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
6,295
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
31,193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,252
Registration plate lamp not working 5,361
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,689
coil spring broken 3,588
position lamp(s) not working 3,397
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DF59 DMX is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2009 Volvo C30 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 70,761 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo C30 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF59 DMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C30 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this Volvo C30 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DF59 DMX registered?

DF59 DMX is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 19 December 2009.

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